Strong Gut Flora for Racing Pigeons: The Benefits of EURITAL Probiotic in Detail
How the microbiome influences nutrient absorption and the defense system of carrier pigeons, and what is in EURITAL Probiotic: humic acids, vitamins A, D3 and E, as well as selected bacterial strains.
Introduction
The importance of a healthy gut flora in racing pigeons
A healthy gut flora is the foundation for well-being and performance in racing pigeons. The gut flora, also known as the microbiome, consists of countless bacteria living in a symbiotic relationship with their host. A balanced microbiome supports nutrient absorption, especially during periods of stress such as travel or breeding season.
The role of probiotics in animal husbandry
Probiotics for animals such as EURITAL Probiotic are used in animal husbandry as supplementary feed. They are living microorganisms intended to help maintain a stable gut flora. Through the combination of pre- and probiotics, EURITAL Probiotic supports your racing pigeons' microbiome.
Use of EURITAL Probiotic
EURITAL Probiotic is a supplementary feed developed for racing pigeons. It combines natural humic acids, vitamins A, D3 and E, as well as selected bacterial strains. It is used mainly during periods of higher strain, such as flights or moulting.
Why gut flora matters
Nutrient absorption
A functioning gut enables racing pigeons to absorb nutrients from their food. If the gut flora is out of balance, the availability of vitamins and minerals can decrease. Supplementary feed with probiotic cultures aims to stabilize the microflora.
Stress phases in the pigeon year
Travel, breeding, and moulting put strain on the body. During these times, nutritional requirements increase, and the digestive tract has to do more work. This is exactly where supplementary feed comes in: it provides nutrients that may fall short from the basic ration alone.
What are probiotics?
Definition
Probiotics are living microorganisms. The genera used in animal nutrition include Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus. They are supplied through feed to support the gut flora.
Interaction with prebiotics
Probiotics need a nutritional base in order to establish themselves in the gut. This role is taken on by prebiotics — indigestible carbohydrates that serve as a substrate for beneficial bacteria. Only the combination of both makes a meaningful pair.
Components of EURITAL Probiotic
Probiotic bacterial strains
With EURITAL Probiotic, three strains are used: Bifidobacterium animalis, Lactobacillus salivarius and Enterococcus faecium.
Prebiotics: MOS and FOS
In addition to probiotics, EURITAL Probiotic contains mannan oligosaccharides (MOS) and fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS). These serve as food for beneficial gut bacteria.
Humic acids
Another component is natural humic acids. They have traditionally been used as an additive in animal feed.
Vitamins
EURITAL Probiotic contains vitamins A, D3 and E, which contribute to the animals' nutrient supply.
Dosage and use
For the proper use of EURITAL Probiotic, the following applies:
- 10 g Probiotic per kg feed as the standard dosage.
- Increased use during stress phases — during travel, breeding, and moulting.
- Around race days, it has proven effective to give it on the day of use and on the following two days.
How to get the powder onto the grain
- Mix the powder evenly into the feed.
- To help it stick, lightly moisten the feed with feed oil first.
- Only prepare as much as will be fed on the same day.
- Store in a dry, cool, sealed place — live cultures are sensitive to moisture and heat.
Conclusion
The gut health is an important building block in racing pigeon keeping. With EURITAL Probiotic, a supplementary feed is available that combines probiotic cultures, prebiotics, humic acids, and vitamins — especially for the demanding phases of travel, breeding, and moulting.
Supplementary feed serves to provide nutrients and support metabolism. It is not medicine and does not replace veterinary treatment if signs of illness appear. The feeding recommendation on the packaging is authoritative.
Frequently asked questions
What is EURITAL Probiotic?
A supplementary feed for racing pigeons that combines probiotic bacterial strains, prebiotics (MOS and FOS), natural humic acids, and vitamins A, D3 and E.
How is it fed?
10 g per kg feed, mixed in evenly. To help the powder stick to the grain, lightly oil the feed beforehand.
When is its use advisable?
During periods of higher strain: during the racing season, in breeding, and during moulting, as well as after transport and feed changes.
Where can I find the product?
In the shop under EURITAL Probiotic 500 g. More products for the digestive tract are available under Healthy gut flora.
